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Statue of Liberty House - Glenties

Statue of Liberty House is a modern 4 bedroom holiday home in a wonderful setting overlooking Gweebarra Bay towards the imposing sand dunes of Dooey Beach. The holiday home is located along the Wild Atlantic Way and is centrally located among a number of popular tourist destinations in this part of West Donegal including Glenties (9km), Narin (8km), Portnoo (10km) and Lettermacaward (2km). The Hertigae Town of Ardara is 12km to the south while Dungloe – the capital of the Rosses – is 16km to the north.

Stunning Coastal Views

To take full advantage of the lovely coastal views outside the holiday home has a beautiful sun room that runs the full length of the front of the house. The room has comfortable sofa and armchair furniture as well as a small dining table with chairs. It is the perfect spot to relax and watch the activity on Gweebarra Bay – the evening sunsets are particularly breathtaking.

The holiday home has 4 double bedrooms to sleep 8 people comfortably.  One bedroom is ensuite and there is a large shower room. There is a fully equipped modern kitchen with dining area. The living room is comfortably furnished and has a large flat screen tv with gas effect fire. There are good sized lawns to the front and back of the house.

The replica Statue of Liberty located on the front lawn has become a renowned local landmark and has been referred to in the national media on numerous occasions.

Ideal Walking Terrain

The winding coastal roads and inland mountain tracks that surround the holiday home provide ideal walking terrain for the keen rambler. Cycling is a popular local activity and a dedicated cycle route passes in front of the house. In the wider region around the holiday home there are a number of Waymarked Way walking routes including Slí na Finne and the renowned Bluestack Way.

Golf and Beaches Nearby

Just over 9 km from the holiday home is the fabulous Blue Flag Beach at Narin.  Narin and Portnoo Golf Course if located along the length of this beautiful beach and provides the golfer with a true links course challenge. Rosbeg and Dooey are two other excellent beaches in the locality - with a surf school based at the latter.

Fishing

The nearby Gweebarra River is a renowned fishing river. Indeed the area around both Glenties and Dungloe has been described as a fisherman's paradise. The Owenea River runs through Glenties town and is famous for its salmon and trout fishing. The Rosses area around Dungloe has over 130 lakes, many of them excellent for fishing.

Local Festivals

The holiday home is also a central base to attend the various annual festivals and other organised events that take place in this part of Donegal. In Glenties there is the Patrick McGill Summer School, the Harvest Fair Festival and the Fiddlers Weekend. In Dungloe there is the Internationally renowned Mary from Dungloe Festival and a festival dedicated to the local writer Peadar O'Donnell. In Portnoo there is an annual seafood festival.

Wild Atlantic Way.

The holiday home is also a great central base for those wishing to explore the Wild Atlantic Way in West and South West Donegal. All along the coast from Arranmore Island to the dramatic Cliffs at Slieve League there are numerous headlands, rocky outcrops, sandy coves, islands, small harbours and some of the finest beaches in Ireland. 

Facilities & Living Space

Facilities

• 4 double bedrooms to sleep 8 (1 ensuite)
• large shower room
• large sun room with stunning coastal views
• sun room has comfortable sofa and armchair furniture
• sun room also has small dining table and 4 chairs
• glass patio door to front lawn
• living room has leather furniture suite
• 42 inch flatscreen tv
• gas effect fire
• sea views via sun room
• double doors to kitchen
• stylish modern kitchen with tiled floor
• electric oven and hobs
• microwave
• dishwasher
• fridge freezer
• dining table and 5 chairs
• washing machine and tumble dryer in utility area
• iron and ironing board
• outside clothes line
• lawns to the front back and side
• ample parking in large paved area
• 1.5km from the Gweebarra Bridge
• 2km from Lettermacaward
• 9km to Glenties

Living Space

  Sun Room

The fabulous sun room runs the full length of the front of the property and enjoys panoramic coastal views.  Large windows together with velux roof windows flood this room with natural light. There is comfortable sofa and armchair furniture as well as a small dining table. 

  Living Room

The living room in the holiday home has a comfortable leather furniture suite. It has a large 42 inch flat-screen tv and a gas effect fire. There are sea views via the sun room. Double doors lead to the kitchen.

  Kitchen and Dining Area

The holiday home has a stylish modern kitchen with tiled floor. Appliances available include electric oven and hobs, microwave, dishwasher and fridge freezer. The kitchen sink window enjoys lovely sea views.
The dining area in the kitchen features a table and 5 chairs.
A separate utility area has a washing machine and tumble dryer

  Bedrooms

Accommodation in the holiday home is as follows:-

• Bedroom 1: Ensuite double bedroom – sea views via sun room
• Bedroom 2:  Double bedroom  – sea views via sun room
• Bedroom 3: Double bedroom overlooking back lawn
• Bedroom 4:  Small Double bedroom

The holiday home also has a large shower room

Tariff

Booking Details

Booking deposit (non-refundable) of euro 100 per week - with balance to be paid six weeks prior to the letting period.

• check in 4pm, check out 11am
• rental Sat – Sat except by special arrangement

What's Included

• bed linen
• electricity
• central heating
• Free wifi

What's Not Included

• towels

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